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Multivac Introduces Multi-Robot Handling Module for Automating Integrated Packaging Lines

Multivac has developed a highly efficient module for automating integrated packaging lines called Multi-Robot H240. The module is equipped with a gripper system, which can be easily modified according to the application.

23 Jun 2011

KUKA Robotics to Showcase New Packaging Solution at PACKEX

KUKA Robotics Canada are to showcase a new unified controlled palletizing solution along with the LWR lightweight robotic technology at PACKEX, Canada’s most comprehensive resource for Packaging and Processing being help in Toronto.

From KUKA Aktiengesellschaft 19 Jun 2011

Egemin Automation Signs Contract with ConAgra Foods to Supply Automatic Trailer Loading Systems

Egemin Automation has signed a contract to deliver automatic trailer loading equipment and automated production warehousing to ConAgra Foods, a major food organization in the US, according to 3PLNews.com.

12 May 2011

Swisslog Signs Contract with Premier Purchasing Partners for Materials Automation Solutions

Swisslog declared that it has received a single-source contract from Premier Purchasing Partners to supply autonomous mobile robots and pneumatic tube systems.

From Swisslog Holding AG 12 May 2011

ReconRobotics Signs Contract to Develop Surveillance Robot

ReconRobotics, a company that manufactures strategic, micro-robot systems, declared that it has entered into a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center Pacific (SSC Pacific), a Navy research facility.

12 May 2011

World Robot Olympiad Arabia Brings Together 300 Teams

The World Robot Olympiad Arabia this year saw 1,500 students form 300 plus teams to participate in the three categories. The WRO 2011 was hosted in the capital city of Abu Dhabi.

5 May 2011

Cognex Receives Order for DataMan 500 Barcode Readers

Cognex obtained a large order from Kiva Systems for 140 DataMan 500 Barcode Readers. Kiva would incorporate the barcode readers into an advanced automated order fulfillment system, which is being created for a huge medical device manufacturer.

From Cognex Corporation 5 May 2011

New Microplate Labeler Launched by Hudson Robotics

Hudson Robotics has introduced a new Microplate Labeler. The PA 1000 automated Print & Apply labeler is designed for the laboratory. It offers flexible bar code printing and good data management capabilities.

3 May 2011

FANUC Honors Schneider Packaging for Exceptional Robotic Integration Achievements

FANUC’S biggest integrator in the Palletizing and case packing segment in North America, Schneider Packaging Equipment has been recognized by FANUC and is to receive four FANUC awards for innovation in usage of Robotics and also in sales volumes.

From Schneider Packaging Equipment Co., Inc. 25 Apr 2011

FANUC’s Palletizing Robot Packs Multiple Products on Multiple Pallets

Pacepacker Services, a company that renders system integration services for robots and a strategic partner of FANUC, predicts that FANUC's recent M-410i range of palletizing robots would increase the output of production in companies with limited spaces.

7 Mar 2011